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US dollar in a phase of accelerated depreciation: Faros

The US dollar is in a new phase of depreciation, said Douglas Borthwick of Connecticut-based Faros Trading.

Happiest countries have highest suicide rates

The happiest countries and happiest U.S. states tend to have unusually high rates of suicide, a new research suggests.

S&P warning reflects unsustainable debt, risks of policy response gridlock: IHS

For over 70 years the United States has been widely considered AAA top-notch benchmark sovereign risk. Standard & Poor (S&P)'s decision to impose a negative outlook now puts this status under question for the first time, reflecting the unsustainable debt trajectory and risks of policy response gridlock.

'Corporate CEOs hoarding cash; but not when it comes to their own paychecks'

In 2010, Standard & Poor's 500 Index company CEOs received, on average, $11.4 million in total compensation, the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) said in a report.

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3 reasons USD/JPY will continue to fall

Analysts expect USD/JPY to fall further, and here are 3 reasons back up that thesis.

Fed's Hoenig worried on inflation; Evans not

To judge by their polar opposite reactions, two top U.S. Federal Reserve officials could have been looking at completely different sets of U.S. inflation data on Friday.

Fed's Evans says underlying inflation still low

The Consumer Price Index data for March was in line with low underlying inflation, a top U.S. Federal Reserve official said on Friday, adding it is too early to determine whether commodity price spikes are playing a role.

Plosser says Fed could tighten policy this year

Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank President Charles Plosser on Friday said the U.S. central bank could move to tighten monetary policy this year if the recovery unfolds as he expects.

Fed hawks look for exit, doves in no rush

Federal Reserve officials differed on Thursday over the urgency of withdrawing monetary stimulus on Thursday, with some saying inflation is in check despite oil price rises while others warned of risks if the central bank drags its feet.

Fed officials signal policy to stay on course

The recent surge in oil prices is no prelude to broader price increases that would force the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, top Fed officials said on Thursday in what appears to be the predominant view at the central bank.

Fed officials: inflation muted, policy on course

The recent surge in oil prices is no prelude to broader price increases that would force the U.S. Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, two top Fed officials said on Thursday.

Global Markets Overview 04/14/2011

US stocks ended slightly higher on Wednesday after President Barack Obama detailed his plans for cutting the deficit and the Federal Reserve reported encouraging news on the economy.

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World Market Update 04/14/2011

US stocks ended slightly higher on Wednesday after President Barack Obama detailed his plans for cutting the deficit and the Federal Reserve reported encouraging news on the economy.

Who Holds US Debt? (And Why This Question is Important)

US Treasuries holders’ ability and willingness to buy more Treasuries or decision to sell existing holdings will determine the long-term interest rates of the US government, which in turn influences the cost of capital for the US private sector.

Obama's Budget May Save the Housing Market

The president's reforms may have a major impact on the U.S. economy and the housing market in particular.

Gold & Silver Fall from Dollar Records as Poor Risk-Reward and Demand Destruction Spark Commodities Drop

Wholesale Gold Bars slipped to a 3-session low in London trade on Tuesday, finally bouncing higher from $1455 per ounce - some 1.5% below yesterday's new Dollar high - as world stock markets fell and major-economy government bonds rose.

Fed to stick with low rates, despite oil price rise

Two of the Federal Reserve's most powerful officials said on Monday the U.S. central bank should stick to its super-easy monetary policy, arguing inflation is not a threat and unemployment remains too high.

IMF says sluggish U.S. growth requires easy money policy

The economic recovery is so sluggish that the Federal Reserve needs to keep easy money policies in place while the government comes to grip with its debts, the International Monetary Fund said on Monday.

Fed's Yellen says too soon to start reversing policy

The U.S. economy is still not strong enough for the Federal Reserve to start reversing its extremely accommodative monetary policy, a top Fed official said on Saturday.

Forex Trading: The Carry Trade is Back

The carry trade is back and it’s the main theme in the forex market.

Gold Price Hits New Record, All About the Dollar as US Shutdown Looms, Silver Breaks $40

Hitting $1472.50 for US investors today, the Gold Price also rose sharply against the British Pound - hitting its best level since New Year at £900 per ounce - but was in flat against most other major currencies. Silver Prices, in contrast, rose to new multi-decade highs across the board.